Power Expansion Options; Adding Batteries To The System; External Battery Connection Procedure - Wagan Tech SOLAR e POWER CUBE 1500 Guide D'utilisation

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9. If the engine does not crank, follow the jump start procedures in the previous section.
10. Charge the Solar e Power Cube as soon as possible.

POWER ExPANSION OPTIONS

Adding Batteries to the System

For extended operating time, additional batteries may be added in parallel using the Battery
Terminals located above the wheels. Connect 12V AGM batteries into the system for long-term
use. Connecting flooded, GEL or lead–calcium batteries can, over time, result in uneven charge
and discharge between the internal and external batteries, a battery damaging condition. You
may temporarily connect flooded, GEL or lead–calcium batteries to the Solar e Power Cube.
It is important that you only connect same voltage (12V) batteries in parallel. Reverse polarity
connections can cause an explosion. Connecting external batteries to the Solar e Power Cube in
series could cause damage to the system and void the warranty. It is recommended that adding
batteries be performed by a qualified person. If in doubt, a user-provided voltmeter may be
needed to verify voltage and polarity of external batteries to be connected to Solar e Power
Cube.
CauTion—exTernal baTTery:
• When adding batteries to the system for long-term use, you must use 12V AGM batter-
ies. Using different construction or chemistry batteries can damage components.
• The supplied 5 amp rated AC charger has a total amp hour limit. External batteries
may not exceed 55 amp hours. Total internal and external amp hour rating should not
exceed 110 amp hours.
• It is recommended to use at least 6 AWG cable or larger to connect additional batter-
ies to the Solar e Power Cube when drawing full power from the Inverter. Heavy cables
reduce voltage loss in the cables. Typical automotive jumper cables are sufficient.

External Battery Connection Procedure

1. Turn OFF the Battery Disconnect Switch.
2. Locate the Battery Terminals above the wheels.
3. Loosen the Battery Terminal covers and connect the batteries using either ring terminals
or jumper cable clamps. Make sure the connection is secure.
4. With a voltmeter, verify that the battery voltage is correct at the terminals.
5. Turn ON the Inverter and observe the external battery voltage.
6. Turn ON the Solar e Power Cube Battery Disconnect Switch if batteries are connected.
CauTion—baTTery diSCharge:
With the Battery Disconnect Switch OFF, the Digital LED Voltmeter shows external battery voltage
to the Inverter. It is important to monitor the external battery voltage to prevent battery over-
discharge.
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